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TIL Christopher Nolan ‘begged’ David Bowie to act as Nikola Tesla in his movie 'The Prestige’

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XEWeQ TIL that the film It's a Wonderful Life was initially a flop that bankrupted a studio and ended legendary careers until it entered public domain.
e06nJ TIL Nathaniel Hawthorne was related to a judge named John Hathorne who resided over the Salem Witch Trials. Upon learning of his ancestry, Hawthorne was so horrified that he changed the spelling and pronunciation of his name so as to avoid any connections being made.
VZ40 TIL Chickens and turkeys are more closely related to dinosaurs than any other bird
L4nQ TIL in the Senate, there is a desk with a drawer, filled with candy of the of the designated Senator’s choice.
AOmB TIL It is required by law in Germany that every driver be trained in first aid and carry a first aid kit in their vehicle.